Dolly Parton is releasing her own podcast series - we can’t wait!

2 August 2019, 17:58 | Updated: 2 August 2019, 18:05

Dolly Parton is launching her own podcast
Dolly Parton is launching her own podcast. Picture: Getty

By Rory O'Connor

Dolly Parton is throwing her cowgirl hat into the podcasting ring after it was announced the singer will launch her own show.

It has been confirmed that Dolly Parton’s America will be released as a podcast later this year.

Dolly’s podcast will be a nine-part series, as revealed by host Jad Abumrad.

Jad tweeted: “CHECK IT! She’s been called the 'Great Unifier' for her rare ability to bring people together across divides.

Dolly Parton speaking to Rory O'Connor at the London launch of 9 to 5 the musical
Dolly Parton speaking to Rory O'Connor at the London launch of 9 to 5 the musical. Picture: Getty

“What does @DollyParton's story tell us about America? I’ve been going back home to Nashville to figure it out. Dolly Parton’s America, nine-part pod series, this fall.”

It comes as the 73-year-old ‘9 to 5’ singer unveiled her own clothing store with Amazon.

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Dolly’s official Twitter account posted: “I'm so excited to share my new Amazon store with y'all!

Dolly Parton is launching her own podcast
Dolly Parton is launching her own podcast. Picture: PA

“Go on and pick yourself out somethin' cute!”

The new store features shirts, hoodies and sweatshirts with Dolly’s image, quotes and guitars.

Dolly will also appear in Hallmark’s Christmas at Dollywood film at the end of the year.